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Broncos Wire’s 91-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at fourth-year tight end Nate Adkins, No. 45.
Before the Broncos: Adkins (6-3, 252 pounds) was a five-year collegiate player, attending East Tennessee State from the FCS (2018-21) before transferring to the South Carolina Gamecocks as a graduate transfer in 2022. In his lone season of FBS play in the SEC, Adkins played in 13 games, catching 13 passes for 168 yards.

Broncos tenure: Adkins joined the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent after the 2023 NFL draft. Adkins had a decent rookie year, playing in 10 games (one start), catching four passes for 22 yards. In 2024, Adkins had the best statistical season of his pro career, playing in 17 regular season games (10 starts) and the lone Broncos’ playoff game, catching 14 passes for 115 yards and three touchdowns. In 2025, Adkins found himself limited by injury, only playing in nine games, catching six passes for 48 yards and one touchdown. Adkins has primarily been used as a blocking tight end for the Broncos.
Chances to make the 53-man roster: Likely. As one of the veteran members of the Broncos’ offense, Adkins has the experience factor over younger players like Justin Joly, Caleb Lohner and Dallen Bentley. Because of his added value as a blocker and his ability to fill in at fullback, Adkins still feels likely to make the active roster even in a crowded tight end room.
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This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: Denver Broncos: Nate Adkins competing for more playing time
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